The Southern Company, through its subsidiaries, engages in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity. It operates in four segments: Gas Distribution Operations, Gas Pipeline Investments, Wholesale Gas Services, and Gas Marketing Services. The company also constructs, acquires, owns, and manages power generation assets, including renewable energy and battery energy storage projects and sells electricity in the wholesale market; and distributes natural gas in Illinois, Georgia, Virginia, and Tennessee, as well as provides gas marketing services, wholesale gas services, and gas pipeline investments operations. It owns and/or operates 30 hydroelectric generating stations, 24 fossil fuel generating stations, 3 nuclear generating stations, 13 combined cycle/cogeneration stations, 44 solar facilities, 13 wind facilities, 1 fuel cell facility, and 1 battery storage facility; and constructs, operates, and maintains 75,924 miles of natural gas pipelines and 14 storage facilities with total capacity of 157 Bcf to provide natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The company serves approximately 8.6 million electric and gas utility customers. It also provides products and services in the areas of energy efficiency, and utility infrastructure. In addition, the company offers digital wireless communications and fiber optics services. The Southern Company was incorporated in 1945 and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
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| Date | Price Target | Rating | Analyst |
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| 4/8/2025 | $94.00 | Underweight → Neutral | Analyst |
| 1/23/2025 | Buy → Neutral | Guggenheim | |
| 9/20/2024 | $94.00 | Hold | Jefferies |
| 9/16/2024 | $90.00 | Outperform → Neutral | Mizuho |
| 8/2/2024 | Outperform → Peer Perform | Wolfe Research | |
| 4/4/2024 | Buy → Neutral | UBS | |
| 1/11/2024 | $72.00 → $77.00 | Market Perform → Outperform | BMO Capital Markets |
| 12/8/2023 | $82.00 | Buy | Citigroup |
| 11/3/2023 | $78.00 | Sector Outperform → Sector Perform | Scotiabank |
| 10/16/2023 | $78.00 | Sector Perform → Sector Outperform | Scotiabank |
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National industry recognition from Edison Electric Institute highlights exceptional response to Hurricane Helene in 2024; Georgia Power hiring hundreds of new lineworkers in coming years as Georgia grows ATLANTA, April 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power, the state's leading electric utility serving 2.8 million customers, is joining other utilities across the country in marking April as Lineworker Appreciation Month. This April, the company is highlighting the work of local power crews during Hurricane Helene in 2024 and celebrating the recent recognition by Edison Electric Institute (EEI) with its Emergency Recovery Award, commending the company's exceptional efforts to swiftly restore se
Funding for twenty-one new programs focused on ensuring Georgia has workforce needed for growing economy ATLANTA, April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Georgia Power Foundation announced today that it has reached a milestone, awarding over $2.25 million through 65 grants to support workforce development needs through educational programs across the state since 2020. The Georgia Power Foundation's Workforce for Georgia signature grant program, administered by The Georgia Foundation for Public Education, provides support to school districts that offer Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education (CTAE) through traditional high school programs or through College and Career Academies (CCA). The fun
BOSTON, March 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- OneLayer, the leader in private LTE/5G OT management and Zero Trust security, is proud to announce that Southern Linc, the wireless subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE:SO), has selected OneLayer's Bridge platform to enhance the management and security of its highly reliable, highly secure CriticalLinc™ LTE network. Leveraging Ericsson's core network technology, Southern Linc owns and manages a private regional LTE network covering 122,000 square miles of service territory. The network supports a wide variety of devices and applications for commercial and utility customers including electric grid control and monitoring devices, cellular routers, mi
Company ranked #1 by J.D Power for Business Customer Satisfaction in segment for 2024 ATLANTA, March 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power, the state's leading electric utility serving 2.8 million customers, continues to focus on improving and enhancing the customer experience throughout its business. The company works every day with hundreds of thousands of businesses of all sizes and different industries across the state to help them manage their energy use, save money and implement solutions to unique challenges for their business. In recognition of its high customer sati
ATLANTA, March 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company plans to release its earnings for the first quarter of 2025 by 7:30 a.m. ET on Thursday, May 1, 2025. Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer Christopher C. Womack and Chief Financial Officer Daniel S. Tucker will discuss earnings during a conference call for financial analysts at 1 p.m. ET on Thursday, May 1. Investors, media and the public may listen to a live webcast of the conference call at https://investor.southerncompany.com/events-and-presentations/default.aspx by clicking on the appropriate audio link. A replay of the webcast will be available at the same site for 12 months. About Southern CompanySouthern Company (NYSE
ATLANTA, March 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company and EPRI, a non-profit energy research and development organization, are launching a pilot program to advance technologies that will support an affordable, reliable and resilient energy future. The Emerging Technologies Pilot Program (ETP Program) is a collaborative initiative that will accelerate the validation and deployment of cutting-edge energy solutions. This unique collaboration will leverage Southern Company's ability to serve energy to homes and businesses and EPRI's experience connecting start-up companies with energy providers through its Incubatenergy Labs (IEL) program.
ATLANTA, March 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company Gas today announced that Walt Farrell has been named president and chief executive officer of Atlanta Gas Light and Chattanooga Gas, effective March 31. In this role, Farrell will serve on the Southern Company Gas Management Council and oversee all aspects of the company's southern operations, bringing clean, safe, reliable and affordable natural gas to approximately 1.8 million customers in Georgia and Tennessee. Farrell currently serves as vice president of economic development for Georgia Power, where he leads a team
March 11 marked as Georgia Linemen Day by Senate Resolution 253 ATLANTA, March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power today joined state lawmakers for a special event at the Georgia State Capitol alongside dozens of lineworkers, representatives from the state's electric membership corporations (EMCs) and municipal electric providers. During the event, Senator John Kennedy read and signed Senate Resolution 253, recognizing March 11, 2025 as Georgia Linemen Day, acknowledging lineworkers for their sacrifices during Hurricane Helene – which was the most destructive storm in Georgia Power's more than 140-year history. Senate Resolution 253 (available in full here) highlights that "Hurricane Hel
GULFPORT, Miss., March 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Mississippi Power announced today that Pedro Cherry has been named president of the company with Anthony Wilson continuing in his roles of chairman and CEO until summer. Cherry has worked in the energy industry for 30 years and been a part of the Southern Company system for nearly 25 years. He previously served as president and CEO of both Atlanta Gas Light and Chattanooga Gas, two southern region natural gas utilities that serve approximately 1.8 million customers in two states. "I am excited to join Mississippi Power during the
150 MW facility to provide reserve power for Alabamians BIRMINGHAM, Ala., March 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Alabama Power will develop the state's first utility-scale battery energy storage system (BESS) on the former Plant Gorgas site in Walker County, which reliably powered Alabama for more than a century. The new Gorgas Battery Facility will store up to 150 MW of electricity generated by other Alabama Power resources. 150 MW is equivalent to the capacity needed to power about 9,000 homes. "This facility will help Alabama Power understand how we can best use battery systems on
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Analyst upgraded Southern from Underweight to Neutral and set a new price target of $94.00
Guggenheim downgraded Southern from Buy to Neutral
Jefferies initiated coverage of Southern with a rating of Hold and set a new price target of $94.00
Mizuho downgraded Southern from Outperform to Neutral and set a new price target of $90.00
Wolfe Research downgraded Southern from Outperform to Peer Perform
UBS downgraded Southern from Buy to Neutral
BMO Capital Markets upgraded Southern from Market Perform to Outperform and set a new price target of $77.00 from $72.00 previously
Citigroup initiated coverage of Southern with a rating of Buy and set a new price target of $82.00
Scotiabank downgraded Southern from Sector Outperform to Sector Perform and set a new price target of $78.00
Scotiabank upgraded Southern from Sector Perform to Sector Outperform and set a new price target of $78.00
ATLANTA, March 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company plans to release its earnings for the first quarter of 2025 by 7:30 a.m. ET on Thursday, May 1, 2025. Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer Christopher C. Womack and Chief Financial Officer Daniel S. Tucker will discuss earnings during a conference call for financial analysts at 1 p.m. ET on Thursday, May 1. Investors, media and the public may listen to a live webcast of the conference call at https://investor.southerncompany.com/events-and-presentations/default.aspx by clicking on the appropriate audio link. A replay of the webcast will be available at the same site for 12 months. About Southern CompanySouthern Company (NYSE
ATLANTA, Jan. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company today announced a regular quarterly dividend of 72 cents per share on the company's common stock, payable March 6, 2025, to shareholders of record as of February 18, 2025. Every quarter for 77 consecutive years, Southern Company has paid a dividend to its shareholders that is equal to or greater than the previous quarter. About Southern CompanySouthern Company (NYSE:SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable
ATLANTA, Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company plans to release its earnings for the fourth quarter of 2024 by 7:30 a.m. EST on Thursday, February 20, 2025. Chairman, president and CEO Christopher C. Womack and CFO Daniel S. Tucker will discuss earnings during a conference call for financial analysts at 1 p.m. EST on Thursday, February 20. Investors, media and the public may listen to a live webcast of the conference call at https://investor.southerncompany.com/events-and-presentations/default.aspx by clicking on the appropriate audio link. A replay of the webcast wil
ATLANTA, Oct. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company today announced a regular quarterly dividend of 72 cents per share on the company's common stock, payable December 6, 2024, to shareholders of record as of November 18, 2024. Every quarter for 77 consecutive years, Southern Company has paid a dividend to its shareholders that is equal to or greater than the previous quarter. About Southern Company Southern Company (NYSE:SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, relia
ATLANTA, Oct. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company plans to release its earnings for the third quarter of 2024 by 7:30 a.m. ET on Thursday, October 31, 2024. Southern Company Chairman of the Board, President and Chief Executive Officer Christopher C. Womack and Chief Financial Officer Daniel S. Tucker will discuss earnings during a conference call for financial analysts at 1 p.m. ET on Thursday, October 31. Investors, media and the public may listen to a live webcast of the conference call at https://investor.southerncompany.com/events-and-presentations/default.aspx by cli
SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Southern Company: 23 Consecutive Years of Dividend Increases Southern Company (NYSE:SO) is an energy company providing electric and gas service to nine million customers across the United States. Click to view the SO Fact Sheet Click to view the SO Investor Presentation Advisor Access spoke with Southern Company's chairman, president and CEO, Chris Womack, about the company's business model, culture and plans for future growth. Advisor Access: For readers unfamiliar with Southern Company, would you share an overview of the company? Chris Womack: Southern Company is one of the largest utility holding companies in the United States. We
ATLANTA, July 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company today announced a regular quarterly dividend of 72 cents per share on the company's common stock, payable September 6, 2024, to shareholders of record as of August 19, 2024. Every quarter for 76 consecutive years, Southern Company has paid a dividend to its shareholders that is equal to or greater than the previous quarter. About Southern CompanySouthern Company (NYSE:SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliabl
ATLANTA, July 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company plans to release its earnings for the second quarter of 2024 by 7:30 a.m. EST on Thursday, August 1, 2024. Southern Company Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer Christopher C. Womack and Chief Financial Officer Daniel S. Tucker will discuss earnings during a conference call for financial analysts at 1 p.m. EST on Thursday, August 1. Investors, media and the public may listen to a live webcast of the conference call at https://investor.southerncompany.com/events-and-presentations/default.aspx by clicking on the a
ATLANTA, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company today announced it is increasing its dividend by 8 cents per share on an annualized basis to a rate of $2.88 per share. This marks the 76th consecutive year that Southern Company has paid a dividend on its common stock that is equal to or greater than the previous quarter. Additionally, this is the 23rd consecutive year the company has raised its dividend. Southern Company also announced a regular quarterly dividend – including an increase of 2 cents per share over the prior quarter – of 72 cents per share, payable Jun
ATLANTA, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company plans to release its earnings for the first quarter of 2024 by 7:30 a.m. EST on Thursday, May 2, 2024. Chairman, president and CEO Christopher C. Womack and CFO Daniel S. Tucker will discuss earnings during a conference call for financial analysts at 1 p.m. EST on Thursday, May 2. Investors, media and the public may listen to a live webcast of the conference call at https://investor.southerncompany.com/events-and-presentations/default.aspx by clicking on the appropriate audio link. A replay of the webcast will be availabl
National industry recognition from Edison Electric Institute highlights exceptional response to Hurricane Helene in 2024; Georgia Power hiring hundreds of new lineworkers in coming years as Georgia grows ATLANTA, April 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power, the state's leading electric utility serving 2.8 million customers, is joining other utilities across the country in marking April as Lineworker Appreciation Month. This April, the company is highlighting the work of local power crews during Hurricane Helene in 2024 and celebrating the recent recognition by Edison Electric Institute (EEI) with its Emergency Recovery Award, commending the company's exceptional efforts to swiftly restore se
March 11 marked as Georgia Linemen Day by Senate Resolution 253 ATLANTA, March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power today joined state lawmakers for a special event at the Georgia State Capitol alongside dozens of lineworkers, representatives from the state's electric membership corporations (EMCs) and municipal electric providers. During the event, Senator John Kennedy read and signed Senate Resolution 253, recognizing March 11, 2025 as Georgia Linemen Day, acknowledging lineworkers for their sacrifices during Hurricane Helene – which was the most destructive storm in Georgia Power's more than 140-year history. Senate Resolution 253 (available in full here) highlights that "Hurricane Hel
GULFPORT, Miss., March 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Mississippi Power announced today that Pedro Cherry has been named president of the company with Anthony Wilson continuing in his roles of chairman and CEO until summer. Cherry has worked in the energy industry for 30 years and been a part of the Southern Company system for nearly 25 years. He previously served as president and CEO of both Atlanta Gas Light and Chattanooga Gas, two southern region natural gas utilities that serve approximately 1.8 million customers in two states. "I am excited to join Mississippi Power during the
ATLANTA, Feb. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of Southern Company today announced the election of James O. (Jimmy) Etheredge as an independent director, effective Apr. 1, 2025. Board committee assignments have not yet been determined. "Jimmy's extensive leadership experience makes him an invaluable addition to our board," said Southern Company chairman, president, and CEO Chris Womack. "His proven track record in leading large teams, discovering innovative solutions, and understanding various industry sectors, including utilities, aligns with our company's obje
ATLANTA, Jan. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company Gas today announced its board of directors has elected Stephen Edwards, chief executive officer and executive director of the Virginia Port Authority, and A. Benjamin Spencer, dean of the William & Mary Law School, to join the company's board, effective Jan. 1, 2025. "We are honored to have Stephen and Ben join our board of directors," said Southern Company Gas Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer James Y. (Jim) Kerr II. "With their experience and proven leadership, I am confident they will help us continue to s
John W. Rogers Jr., Chairman and co-CEO of Ariel Investments, LLC, to join the EOC Management Committee as Chair, plus Edison International, Exelon Corporation, and Southern Company join Xcel Energy, Micron, and Air Products to help expand U.S. procurement and supply chain opportunities for small and historically underutilized businesses NEW YORK, July 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Rockefeller Foundation announced today that John W. Rogers Jr., Chairman and co-CEO of Ariel Investments, LLC, has joined the Economic Opportunity Coalition's (EOC) Management Committee as Chair. In addition, the EOC is an innovative initiative that has received new procurement commitments from Edison International
Partnership with Georgia's technical colleges helping bring new professionals to field;Company expects to hire 170 lineworkers annually in coming years ATLANTA, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- April is designated nationally as Lineworker Appreciation Month – a time to recognize and celebrate the thousands of lineworkers who work around the clock to keep the lights on for electric customers. This month, Georgia Power is highlighting the successful, forward-thinking collaboration between the company and Georgia's technical colleges to recruit, train and employ the next generation of this critical workforce. For more than a century, Georgia Power has provided high-qu
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Virginia Natural Gas Foundation has awarded a $60,000 grant to support the Children's Health Investment Program (CHIP) of South Hampton Roads' initiative to improve the health and well-being of children and families in southeastern Virginia. The grant will allow CHIP officials to begin construction of a community kitchen that will seek to address food insecurity, as well as provide educational programs centering on affordable, healthy meals and healthy cooking demonstrations that honor diverse culinary cuisines and traditions.
Georgia Natural Gas employee combines passion for learning with serving Georgia's education community ATLANTA, Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Communities In Schools of Georgia has appointed Georgia Natural Gas Data Compliance Manager Rashidah Hasan to the nonprofit's board of directors. With more than 15 years of experience in data compliance and project management, Hasan will lend expertise to CISGA in its mission to empower students to stay in school and achieve in life. "Rashidah's incredible depth of experience and commitment to our mission are invaluable to CISGA. As we em
ATLANTA, Aug. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company today announced that Andrew W. Evans, executive vice president and Chief Financial Officer, announced his plans to retire. Mr. Evans will step down as executive vice president and CFO effective Sept. 1, 2021. He intends to remain employed as a senior advisor to the CEO until his retirement on Dec. 31, 2021. Additionally, he will be joining the Board of Directors of Georgia Power, a Southern Company subsidiary, upon his retirement. Daniel S. Tucker, currently executive vice president, CFO and Treasurer of Georgia Power, will succeed Evans as executive vice president and CFO of Southern Company, effective Sept. 1, 2021.